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Pharmaceutical and Medical: Automated Diagnostics
Solutions in Lab Automation
Banner has superior capabilities to provide solutions for companies operating in the laboratory automation, bio-storage, and automated diagnostic industry. We have the largest team of application experts in the industry and can provide rapid product customization to solve unique and specialized applications.
From compact photoelectric and laser sensors capable of detecting sample tubes, pippets, microtiter trays and sample dishes to LED lighting enclosed in housings suitable for cleanroom environments, we are able to draw on the most comprehensive collection of sensors, vision sensors, safety, and lighting products to provide solutions for all areas of lab automation.
Banner has superior capabilities to provide solutions for companies operating in the laboratory automation, bio-storage, and automated diagnostic industry. We have the largest team of application experts in the industry and can provide rapid product customization to solve unique and specialized applications. sensors, vision sensors, safety, and lighting products to provide solutions for all areas of lab automation.
Applications
Machine Status Indication in Automated Clinical Laboratories
Clinical labs need to process samples quickly to keep throughput high and any lag during testing procedures would disrupt workflow. LED lightings, such as the K50L2, works as machine status indication so that the lab operators can process fix errors, handle samples, and collect results in a timely manner.
Track Vials Through an Automated Clinical Laboratory
Banner Engineering's Q12 miniature self-contained sensor detects pucks that hold vials as they move through an automated clinical laboratory. Poor performing sensors could inadvertently cause errors and slow down the throughput of the lab. The Q12 is a good fit for clinical laboratories because it is small and can fit into confined spaces without affecting results. The fixed field sensor can also detect pucks regardless of color.
High-Speed Tablet Counting With DF-G2
Banner’s DF-G2 small object detection fiber amplifier is ideal for small object detection and counting applications. The DF-G2 amplifier has a fast response speed and can detect extremely small sizes, such as 3 mm tablets or pills. When the tablets fall into bottles, it fires an output to the DF-G2 fiber amplifier, which keeps count of tablets.
Machine Illumination for Inspection and Testing Procedures
Machine lighting inside of automated clinical labs helps operators see and access the samples and equipment being used inside. These types of environments can be difficult on traditional lights because of the reagents and chemicals used during testing and cleaning. The WLS28-2 is rated IP69K to withstand chemicals and washdowns.
Scalable Safety Control for Large Assembly Processes
Banner’s XS26-2 expandable safety controller is a scalable safety solution that can be tailored for a wide variety of machines, including large scale machines with multiple processes. With the ability to add up to eight I/O expansion modules, the XS26-2 has the capacity to adapt to larger footprint machines with multiple hazards and access points. Several preconfigured safety function and logic blocks are available in the intuitive programming software.
Vial Placement Verification
After a technician places vials in a tray based on each vial's color-coded lid, a PresencePLUS P4 COLOR OMNI verifies that the pattern of colored vial lids is correct.
Detecting Bottles in Washdown: Glass & PET Plastic
Washdown environment, IP69K ratings required
Transparent Glass Bottle, Vial, or Plate Detection
Recognize clear glass in high-speed applications
Detection of Clear Liquids in Transparent Packaging
Pharmaceutical packaging fill level inspections.
Featured Products
DF-G2 Series High Speed Fiber Optic Amplifier
Fiber amplifier with IO-Link capability for high speed (10 μs) for applications like part counting or registration mark detection. Output: NPN or PNP.
Q12 Series Miniature Self-Contained Sensor
The Q12 is a small sensor with high performance for powerful sensing in confined spaces. Used in short-range with background suppression.
High Performance Fiber Optics: Vantage Line
Competitively priced standard fibers and new problem solvers.
Q4X Series Rugged Laser Distance Sensor
Rugged Q4X laser distance sensor solves many challenging applications and comes in a rugged IP69K rating with FDA food grade stainless steel housing.
Q26 Series Clear Object Sensor
The Q26 features coaxial optics and LO/DO switch for clear, translucent or opaque objects including mirror-like surfaces.
XS26 Series Expandable Safety Controllers
The XS26 is expandable for complex safety applications where 3 or more safety relays are typically used. Five different communication protocols are available, including EtherCAT (via communication module). Supports up to 154 safe inputs and up to 68 safe outputs using expansion modules.
WLS27 Shatterproof LED Light for Harsh Environments
Fully encased in a shatterproof, chemically resistant housing. Rated IP69K for washdown. Multiple color options combine illumination and indication.
K50 Core Series 50 mm General Purpose LED Indicator
Our most popular indicator light. The 50 mm general-purpose indicator is available in both AC and DC supply voltage.
Success Stories
LED Lights Used To Inspect Liquid Pharmaceuticals
One global provider of healthcare products had been using vision machines to detect particulates in their liquid pharmaceuticals. When the machines were no longer able to detect contaminants to the required percentage level, the company began using human visual inspections. Since many of the particulates are extremely minute, the company needed to install bright and highly uniform illumination in their work stations so operators could effectively verify the quality of products.
Blue LED Sensor Detects Amber Bottles
A recent industry switch from polypropene (PP) to polyethylene terephthalate (PETE) bottles prompted a leading US mail-order facility to re-evaluate their fulfillment process. With over 2,000 red LED sensors to be replaced, the facility turned to Banner for a solution.